Farnaght Wood

Farnaght is the first site the Native Woodland Trust acquired for planting with native species with the aim of turning it into new woodland.

Farnaght is a seven acre site situated in County Leitrim, in an undeveloped and peaceful part of the countryside, on the Longford-Leitrim border. The surrounding area abounds with wildlife, especially birds, with lakes, bogs and natural grasslands nearby.

Hawthorn at bottom of site prior to planting Farnaght from top of site prior to planint

Planting on the site (which was pastureland) began several years ago, with birch, oak and crab apple currently establishing on the site. Trees of no commercial value, which are not being planted as part of new woodlands in Ireland – such as Elm and Black Poplar – will be included.

No trees will ever be harvested in this woodland and no hunting will ever be permitted.

During subsequent years after the initial planting, as the woodland canopy develops, the woodland will again be planted – this time with native woodland flowers such as Bluebells and Purple Orchids.

The woodland will then be allowed to regenerate naturally and provide a safe haven for wildlife and people alike - in perpetuity.

The Trust has been set up in such a way that even if it is dissolved, the woodlands must be transferred to the care of another similar organisation – so the continuity of your gesture is made certain.

Birches at Farnaght, August 2010 Oak galls, Farnaght, August 2010 Flowers, Farnaght, August 2010

If you would like to know more about this scheme or have any specific questions, please click here to see how to dedicate a tree or email us at info@nativewoodlandtrust.ie

Panorama of the Farnaght site from the bottom

For a location map of Farnaght Wood, please click here; alternatively, it can be found on Google Street View here:



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